Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

Do you or a loved one find it difficult to communicate using your voice? Perhaps your child understands much more than they can say, or a loved one has had a stroke that has left them unable to speak like they once did. An Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) method may help!

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) refers to ways that a person can communicate using methods other than their speaking voice. Sign language/gestures, alphabet boards, graphics, and high tech devices (iPads/Tablets, Computers) are all examples of AAC.

How Niagara Speech Therapy can help:

If you feel your loved one can benefit from a method of communication other than their voice and are seeking assessment/support

If you have purchased a form of AAC (eg: an app on on iPad), and you are looking for programming support and intervention that is functional and appropriate for your loved one

If your loved one has been prescribed an AAC device from another agency and you are looking for continued AAC/ Language support

If your loved one is on a "wait list" for assessment and you are looking for strategies/support in the meantime

If you think your loved one may benefit from AAC, or are seeking additional support for your AAC system, please contact Aly at Niagara Speech Therapy: